Conclusion - from the soil to the whole society

The case for soil literacy rests on recognizing that soil knowledge is not only older than agricultural practices, but also more fundamentally essential to human life and wellbeing.

Acknowledging the different types of soil related knowledge, practices and wisdomcan also help decolonise soil science and make it more inclusive, fostering dialogue between scientists and practitioners. A broader perspective on soil knowledge and its practices can also connect soil science with social sciences , humanities, history and artistic disciplines and become relevant and important in our everyday lives. Soils touch and shape the lives of all of us, hence it's about time to know, understand, relate to, interact and co-create a mutually beneficial relationship with soils and hence with life itself as part of designing flourishing and regenerative futures for all of life. So what are you waiting for – get your hands into the soil!